Questions about the Gold Career Programe (Winner of National Career Award, 2007)
How does this career programme differ to other career services?
I’ve spoken with numerous providers and researched through the Internet. Very few companies utilise scientifically valid psychometric instruments. Still fewer will use a rigorous ability-testing programme. Too many base their understanding on a self report questionnaire often with little research background. Almost every programme that utilises ability assessments uses the Highlands Ability Battery. I’m not going to say that this career programme is the only one to choose, but it is the one personally lead by a highly qualified psychologist, recognised as an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society. (P.S. do watch out when people say they are psychologists. If they are registered with the British Psychological Society, they will be found via the BPS web site.
How long does this process take?
You will spend about 4 ½ hours of testing and 5 hours on one to one contact with Denise. In between you will want to take time for personal reflection and later to do some research. Most people take 4-6 weeks, with ranges from a week to longer than 4 months.
Is this programme suitable for people outside of the United Kingdom?
Denise has personally used this programme with clients from all over the world including Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Denmark, USA, France, Sweden, Germany, Netherlands, and South Africa.
Will you find a job for me?
Whilst this career programme is focused on identifying the job you want. Prior to the recession , about 35% of clients gain a job within weeks of completing the programme. You can follow up with Job Search Support to guide you through all the necessary stages to find a new job – from developing a personal profile, creating systems to CV and interview guidance and bouncing back from rejection.
I’m interested in self employment or a portfolio career could you help?
Most certainly and a number of my clients have opted to move into consultancy or their own business. Some have a mix of gaining their own clients and associate working or a part time job alongside their own business. I’ve gone through this path myself and can help you make the transition smoothly, but also ensure that it is the right option for you. I’ve previously been guest faculty to a group of interent marketeers running sessions on the psychology of success.
I want to get started. What happens next?
Full details on a typical process can be found here but how we work is agreed between us so that it is perfect for you. Read the Gold Career Programme Leaflet